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Companion Baking Co..

★★★★★5.015 reviews
Location
St. Louis, Missouri
Minimum production run size
Early Stage ($5K – $50K / run)
Founded
1993

ABOUTThe facility.

Custom bread manufacturer for foodservice and retail brands. Specializes in private label bread programs with relationship-first model. Committed to responsible sourcing: 1% for the Planet member, St. Louis Area Foodbank supporter, ADM Regenerative Agriculture initiative participant.

PHOTOSInside the floor.

Companion Baking Co. manufacturing facility in St. Louis, Missouri
Companion Baking Co. manufacturing facility in St. Louis, Missouri — photo 2
Companion Baking Co. manufacturing facility in St. Louis, Missouri — photo 3

DETAILSThe specifics.

Product categories
Bakery and Baked GoodsConfectionery and ChocolateCereals Grains and Seeds
Processing capabilities
Fermentation
Packaging formats
Flow Wrap / Bar WrapBag (pillow; side-gusset)Tray
Additional services
R&D / Formulation SupportIn-House Product Testing & QAPrivate Label / White Label
Production run sizes
Early Stage ($5K – $50K / run)Growth ($50K – $250K / run)

Profile reviewed as of: October 2, 2026

CERTIFICATIONSWhat's verified.

FDA Registered

MEET THE TEAMThe people on the floor.

Josh Allen, CEO at Companion Baking Co.
Josh Allen
CEO
Jonathan Potts, Head of Sales at Companion Baking Co.
Jonathan Potts
Head of Sales

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Our partnership with Companion is a perfect match. Their long ferment process develops the best flavor profile we can find. The Companion staff are well trained, organized and very knowledgeable. The ability to customize our products quickly and efficiently is a huge tool at our disposal. When our guests want the best in baked products, we have two options – make it ourselves or call on Companion.

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